Stories

Part of the Lost Soul Series and The Boot World this is Ian and Kevin's story. In the summer of 2011, they move from a rented flat in The Northern Quarter of Manchester to their own house in Prestwich. As couples do they reflect on the past and look forward to the future. Unexpected news changes their lives and gives a glimpse into the past of their friend Manny.

This re-write of the original story posted in 2022, is more than an edit, added dialogue and description tells the story better and has been achieved with the help of raven1.

It may help, but it is not essential, to read the other stories in the series.

The story was inspired by Prompt #211:

You’re a closeted gay man at a company gathering, for example, a conference of some kind. The company brought in a unique kind of entertainment and you’re attracted to one of the entertainers. With their costumes, you can’t tell if they’re male or female. You decide, what the heck, and ask them to meet you later. They’re not what you expected.

Murder On The Hudson is the first novella of a series of mystery stories about Kenneth Hall, a New York City detective. This one is an homage to Agatha Christie, with an eye to Ten Little Indians

Three short stories about couples in my completed stories (Heart, Oakfield, To The Stars) enjoying Valentine's Day together.

Two young husbands attend a bereavement meeting at a local community center.They learn that both their wives were killed in the same horrendous bus accident.

Back in 1941, a wonderful movie called Here Comes Mr. Jordon was released. It enjoyed tremendous success. This is a modern, gay, take on that fantasy film.

A queen fighting for her kingdom and her life. An elf struggling with life as a royal. A neko handling his disease under the scrutiny of being a palace guard.

All are bound by their fight, and their friendship.

A young man gives a generous Christmas gift to a street beggar, and his life is changed forever, in more ways than he ever dreamed of.

A coach with a very troubled student in crisis calls in the district psychologist for help.

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Teenage Triumphs aired a few months ago. In Australia, the network saw another country's successful special episode, so why not throw caution to the wind and try one last time by replicating the UK's success?

This is Talented Teens - eight teenagers represent their schools in a test of endurance, intelligence and teamwork, but strong personalities collide when they must vote each other off one by one until only the Strongest Link remains - featuring Tyson, Elijah, Veikko and Topher from my other published stories.